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🚌 Check bus numbers, stop locations, and times on our Back to School page: https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school

14 days ago, PCSSD

"BUS ROUTES" on a clip art sign on a clip art road

Please welcome Principal Elise Hampton to Robinson Middle School! As we count down to the first day of school on Monday, August 10, we're excited to announce and celebrate the PCSSD administrators in new roles across the district. #ExpectBelieveSucceed

Learn more about Ms. Hampton: https://rms.pcssd.org/page/admin-team

View the list of all school leaders: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3059037

14 days ago, PCSSD

🍎 Congratulations to Ashley Washam, recognized today at the Governor’s Mansion as one of Arkansas’ Top 15 Teacher of the Year finalists. 👩‍🏫

Washam is stepping into a new role as dean of students at Pine Forest Elementary in 2026–2027, after previously serving as a special education teacher at Maumelle Middle School. Superintendent Jeff Senn and Principals Janna Carr and Dr. Yolanda Thomas joined with Washam's family to celebrate! 👏#ExpectBelieveSucceed

14 days ago, PCSSD

Three people stand together indoors in front of the U.S. and Arkansas flags. The person in the center holds a framed certificate while an audience sits in the foreground.

Four people stand together in a formal indoor venue with chandeliers, flags, and a projection screen in the background. Three wear name tags, and other attendees are visible behind them.

A person stands indoors holding a framed certificate recognizing them as a Top 15 finalist. Other attendees and chandeliers are visible in the background.

A large group stands on a grand staircase inside a formal building with columns and patriotic bunting. Several people hold framed certificates while someone in the foreground takes a photo.

Attendees sit at round tables in a large hall with tall windows and chandeliers. A projection screen at the front displays recognition information for an award finalist. People are standing and applauding.

A framed certificate sits on a patterned tablecloth. The certificate recognizes an individual as a Top 15 finalist for a statewide teacher award.

Two people stand side by side in a formal event space with chandeliers, round tables, and flags in the background. Both are dressed in professional attire, and attendees are visible behind them.

Two people stand together in a formal indoor setting. The person in front holds a framed certificate. Chandeliers, flags, and seated attendees are visible in the background.

Three people stand outdoors on a paved area surrounded by tall trees. The person in the center holds a framed certificate. A building with columns and parked cars is visible behind them.

Please welcome Principal Neely Claassen to Baker Elementary! As we count down to the first day of school on Monday, August 10, we're excited to announce and celebrate the PCSSD administrators in new roles across the district. #ExpectBelieveSucceed

Learn more about Ms. Claassen: https://baker.pcssd.org/page/admin-team

View the list of all school leaders: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3059037

14 days ago, PCSSD

Please welcome Principal Laura Pierce to Landmark Elementary! As we count down to the first day of school on Monday, August 10, we're excited to announce and celebrate the PCSSD administrators in new roles across the district. #ExpectBelieveSucceed

Learn more about Mrs. Pierce: https://landmark.pcssd.org/page/admin-team

View the list of all school leaders: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3059037

15 days ago, PCSSD

Please welcome Principal Sir Withers to William Jefferson Clinton Elementary! As we count down to the first day of school on Monday, August 10, we're excited to announce and celebrate the PCSSD administrators in new roles across the district. #ExpectBelieveSucceed

Learn more about Mr. Withers: https://clinton.pcssd.org/page/principals-welcome

View the list of all school leaders: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3059037

15 days ago, PCSSD

Please welcome Principal Georgette Sierra to Cato Elementary! As we count down to the first day of school on Monday, August 10, we're excited to announce and celebrate the PCSSD administrators in new roles across the district. #ExpectBelieveSucceed

Learn more about Mrs. Sierra: https://cato.pcssd.org/page/admin-team

View the list of all school leaders: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3059037

15 days ago, PCSSD

👕 Not sure what to wear in the first week of school? Each Wednesday is easy! Pick a college or career shirt to join in on AVID Wednesday! 🩺
What is AVID? AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. It is an academic support program that prepares students for college eligibility and success. Last year, PCSSD AVID seniors earned $9M in scholarships! #ExpectBelieveSucceed

16 days ago, PCSSD

AVID College & Career Wednesdays Wear a college or career shirt with decorated shirts and logos for AVID and PCSSD

Teachers and students in a hallway smiling with college shirts on

upper classmen smiling with college shirts on

Students in Carti garb giving care to baby doll mannequins

🏫 Meet the school leaders who will help our students expect, believe and succeed this year!

Welcome these new and returning principals and assistant principals, as well as deans of students, for 2026-2027.

🔗 View the complete list: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3059037
#ExpectBelieveSucceed #BackToSchool

16 days ago, PCSSD

COMMUNITY SERVICE LEARNING is a GRADUATION REQUIREMENT for the CLASS OF 2027 AND BEYOND. Students must complete 75 HOURS of documented service between grades 9–12. Learn more at pcssd.org/page/community-service.

16 days ago, PCSSD

Staff from across the district gathered Monday for convocation and the start of Back to School Week, reconnecting and setting a shared focus for the year ahead!

Superintendent Jeff Senn reiterated PCSSD's new motto, #ExpectBelieveSucceed. He also encouraged educators to reflect on their PLC (Power, Legacy, and Completion) and the lasting difference they can make for students.

17 days ago, PCSSD

A person stands on a stage in front of a full auditorium, speaking to staff seated in rows.

A person standing with people around him

two principals speaking with one another

a row of focused people in matching blue

people clapping for standing new teachers

Harris Elementary is adjusting traffic flow, office access, and visitor procedures during ongoing campus renovations. These temporary changes also impact College Station Elementary and help keep students, staff, and families safe while construction continues through November.

Read the full update and watch Principal Tracy Bailey introduce the temporary changes in the walkthrough videos: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3052742

20 days ago, PCSSD

🛒 TAX‑FREE WEEKEND: AUGUST 1–2 🛍️
Arkansas’s annual Sales Tax Holiday begins 12:01 AM Saturday, August 1 and ends 11:59 PM Sunday, August 2. Eligible items include:

👕Clothing under $100 per item
🎒 Accessories under $50 per item
✏️ School supplies, art supplies, and instructional materials
🖱️ Student‑use electronics commonly used in coursework

As you shop, please take a moment to review PCSSD dress code guidelines for both elementary and secondary students. Updated 2026–2027 supply lists are available for elementary and middle schools.

For full details, visit the Arkansas DFA Sales Tax Holiday page.
https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/wp-content/uploads/Sales_Tax_Holiday_Instructions_2026.pdf
https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/office/taxes/excise-tax-administration/sales-use-tax/2024-sales-tax-holiday/

22 days ago, PCSSD

Tomorrow is the final summer meal pickup, and there will be a slight change. Due to ongoing professional development, Mills High distribution is moving to the back of the school. Traffic will be directed from E. Dixon Road to the back of the school.

The week's worth of meal packs will be available for those 18 and younger on Thursday, July 30, from 7:00-10:00 a.m. at Cato Elementary and Wilbur D. Mills University Studies High School, while supplies last. No registration or ID required, and children do not have to attend PCSSD to receive meals.

22 days ago, PCSSD

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🎉 Ashley Washam has been selected as one of the Top 15 Finalists for the 2027 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, a statewide honor recognizing exceptional teaching and leadership across Arkansas.

Washam will be recognized alongside other finalists on August 6 at the Governor’s Mansion. Each finalist receives a certificate and a $1,000 award provided by the Walton Family Foundation.

Earlier this year, Washam was named PCSSD’s District Teacher of the Year after being selected at the school level. She spent the last year serving Maumelle Middle School and will begin a new role as Dean of Students at Pine Forest Elementary for 2026–2027.

Congratulations on this well‑deserved recognition! Read more about her recognition here: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3046865 #ExpectBeliveSucceed

23 days ago, PCSSD

With the first day of school on Monday, Aug. 10, everyone is hard at work getting ready. Principals, assistant principals, and other district leaders meet today for Vision '27 as they plan for the new school year. #ExpectBelieveSucceed

28 days ago, PCSSD

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superintendent Jeff Senn smiling and about to walk

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Remember, summer meal pickup is Thursday, July 23, from 7-10 a.m. at Cato Elementary and Mills University Studies High School while supplies last. This is free for families with children 18 and under. Children do not have to attend PCSSD to receive meals. No ID needed.

29 days ago, PCSSD

Want to plan your year? All important dates for the school year have been added to the calendar on the District website. This includes holidays, closures (including the brand-new Fall Break Oct. 12-16), board meetings, and more. Each school also has a calendar on its website with school-specific events. These calendars will be updated throughout the school year with new events. https://www.pcssd.org/events

about 1 month ago, PCSSD

Open House schedules are now available for each school: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3015595.

about 1 month ago, PCSSD

"OPEN HOUSE" written on a hanging sign with a background of school related items

School supply lists for the 2026-2027 school year are now available for elementary and middle schools. Families can find the supplies for school organized by feeder area here: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3015590

about 1 month ago, PCSSD

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